Information Governance Manager for Research

Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity for any talented Information Governance colleagues to fulfil a temporary post and gain valuable experience in the NHS health research space. As the IG Manager for Research, the post holder will provide highly specialist advice within the information governance team contributing towards meeting information governance, data protection and privacy standards, including the Data Security and Protection Toolkit, and reducing information risks.The post holder will be required to deputise for the Head of Information Governance as required and will be expected to work with various members of staff across the organisation, external agencies, and patients and the general public. Knowledge of research processes is desirable but not essential.Main duties of the jobLeading in the delivery of objectives within the Information Governance agendaDeputising for the Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer as requiredBeing a subject matter specialist in information governance topics to provide effective and timely advice to Trust staff on all aspects of Information Governance through the management of formal communication channelsActing as primary contact for all research queries from our Joint Research OfficeProviding support to the Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer in the development of the Trust’s Information Governance strategic framework and regulatory requirements, e.g. data protection and security toolkit and ensuring the compliance of the research departmentDelivering the Information Governance Trust-wide programme of training and communicationsOverseeing the Records and Information Governance Group being administered appropriatelySupporting the Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer in providing assurance to the Trust Board on Data Protection issues, including the Annual Governance Statement, the DSP Toolkit submission, and any Well‑led reviewAbout usUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top‑quality patient care, excellent education, and world‑class research.We provide first‑class acute and specialist services across eight sites:University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)National Hospital for Neurology and NeurosurgeryRoyal National ENT and Eastman Dental HospitalsUniversity College Hospital Grafton Way BuildingRoyal London Hospital for Integrated MedicineUniversity College Hospital Macmillan Cancer CentreThe Hospital for Tropical DiseasesUniversity College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world‑class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.DetailsDate posted: 05 December 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 8aSalary: £64,156 to £71,148 a year per annum inclusive of HCASContract: Fixed term, duration 12 months, working pattern full‑timeReference number: 309-UCLH-7157Job location: University College London Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BUPerson SpecificationQualifications (Essential)Professional qualification(s) in information governance field(s).Knowledge of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit, DPA, FOIA and security standards.Knowledge of the NHS information governance framework.Professional accreditation or equivalent experience in a specialist discipline.Experience (Essential)Knowledge of IG and its interaction with complex information systems.IG experience (at least 2 years) in a team within an NHS or equivalent healthcare setting.Experience of implementing organisation‑wide IG policies and procedures.Experience of developing and implementing records management training and awareness programmes for staff.Experience of gaining and maintaining a clear understanding of business objectives.Thorough knowledge of the NHS Information Governance Agenda and the NHS Digital Data Security and Protection Toolkit.Experience of cross‑team and cross‑discipline working with multiple organisations, external agencies and organisations.Dealing with members of the public.DesirableKnowledge of research practices as they relate to information governance in the health research sector.Skills, Abilities, Knowledge (Essential)Working within a team skills.Good decision making and organisational skills.Specialist understanding or experience of IG issues relating to supporting healthcare systems.Presenting to and persuading large groups of (often senior) managers and conveying complex concepts clearly and persuasively.Ability to prioritise between competing demands and allocate resources accordingly.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustUniversity College London Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BUWebsite: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr